Dialysis Clinical Technician Second Avenue

Henry Ford Health; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus (up to $2,000)

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Dialysis Clinical Technician for the Second Avenue location in Detroit to deliver dialysis treatments per physician orders, monitor patient conditions, operate dialysis machines, and document care activities with precision.

You will educate patients and families about the dialysis journey, support infection prevention protocols, and participate in ongoing quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a dialysis technician training program preferred.
• Certification as a Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) required within 18 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver dialysis treatments following prescribed protocols and physician orders.
• Monitor vital signs and patient conditions during treatment and respond to changes.
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot dialysis equipment; perform routine maintenance.

Skills

Dialysis procedures

Vital signs monitoring

Infection control

Patient education

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Dialysis technician training program

CCHT certification within 18 months

Job description

Job Description

Dialysis Clinical Technician - Second Avenue – 40 Hours/Week

Location: 6526 2nd Ave. Detroit, MI 48202

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Ready to make a real difference in patients' lives? Here’s what you’ll be doing:

UP TO A $2,000 SIGN ON BONUS FOR CERTIFIED DIALYSIS CLINICAL TECHNICIANS

• Deliver dialysis treatments like a pro—following prescribed protocols and physician orders to keep our patients thriving.
• Be a vital monitor—keep a close eye on vital signs and patient conditions during treatment, staying alert and responsive to any changes.
• Master the machines—set up, operate, and troubleshoot dialysis equipment with confidence, plus handle routine maintenance to keep everything running smoothly.
• Administer care with precision—deliver medications and intravenous fluids exactly as prescribed, ensuring patient safety every step of the way.
• Become a patient educator—help patients and families understand their dialysis journey, dietary needs, and self-care strategies in a way that actually makes sense.
• Keep meticulous records—document treatment activities and patient progress with accuracy, creating a clear picture of each patient’s care story.
• Champion safety and cleanliness—uphold infection control protocols and safety standards that keep our dialysis unit running at its best.
• Grow with us—jump into quality improvement initiatives and continuing education opportunities to sharpen your skills and expand your expertise.

This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and duties. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.

Qualifications:

Qualifications

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a dialysis technician training program preferred.
• Certification as a Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) required within 18-months of employment.